09/10/2026
Antibiotic resistance in wildlife
A recent study suggests red foxes and several common bird species may serve as an early warning system for highly antibiotic-resistant bacteria in wildlife. Their movements could provide valuable insights for public health officials, veterinarians, and dog and cat parents. Researchers from the University of Parma in Italy discovered that wildlife now carry clinically important antibiotic resistance genes, even in areas where the animals have not been directly exposed to antibiotics....
A recent study suggests red foxes and several common bird species may serve as an early warning system for highly antibiotic-resistant bacteria in wildlife. Their movements could provide valuable …